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Post-16 Education, Skills White Paper and Consultation
The government’s Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper, published on 20 October 2025, set out significant changes to vocational education in England. A key part of these reforms is the introduction of V Levels: new Level 3 vocational qualifications designed to sit alongside A levels and T Levels, giving students clearer choices and more flexibility to combine academic and vocational learning.
The government has also consulted on the design and size of V Levels, subject areas, guidance, and the future of related Level 2 qualifications.
We’re here to guide and support you through these changes, and to help you plan confidently for the future.
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Sector Briefing Sessions
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Interactive sessions to walk through reform curriculum change for the 2026/27 academic year. In these sessions we will be looking at funded qualifications, study programmes and support for moving to alternative qualifications.
New Level 3 vocational qualifications
The government’s Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper, published on 20 October 2025, set out significant changes to vocational education in England. A key part of these reforms is the introduction of V Levels: new Level 3 vocational qualifications designed to sit alongside A levels and T Levels, giving students clearer choices and more flexibility to combine academic and vocational learning.
The government has also consulted on the design and size of V Levels, subject areas, guidance, and the future of related Level 2 qualifications.
Curriculum and Assessment Review
The government’s Curriculum and Assessment Review gives the education sector an opportunity to share ideas on how curriculum and assessment can bring together a love of learning with fundamental knowledge and skills. To support this, we’re sharing insights, and recommendations on key topics with the education community over the coming months.
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Teach BTEC
Following the release of the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper on the 20 October 2025 you should continue to register students and deliver your programmes as planned in 2025/26. There are no immediate changes to your current provision.
Once we have full details about the funding arrangements for 2026/27, we’ll share them so you can plan with confidence.
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BTEC Nationals
New BTEC Nationals from 2025 resources series are built to support you from day one.
Whether you are planning lessons or preparing students for assessment, our Student Books and Complete Packages are here to help you deliver engaging, effective learning.
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BTEC Tech Awards
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BTEC Tech Award
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